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הלאומי — meaning in English: National
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the national (m.s.)
אסורים
asurim
הלאומי
hale'umi
האמור
ha'amur
לאיכרים
le'ikarim
שהתקיים
shehitkayem
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neutral
common
Usage
The Hebrew word הלאומי (hale'umi) is frequently used in discussions about national identity, patriotism, and government-related contexts. For example, you might hear it in phrases like 'הצעדה הלאומית' (the national march) or when referring to national holidays, such as Independence Day, where the focus is on collective national pride.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'ממלכתי' (memlakhti), which means 'state' or 'governmental'. While both terms relate to national matters, הלאומי (hale'umi) emphasizes the collective identity of the people, whereas ממלכתי (memlakhti) leans more towards official governmental functions.
Culture
The word הלאומי (hale'umi) comes from the root 'עם' (am), meaning 'people' or 'nation'. It reflects the deep connection between the Hebrew language and the concept of nationhood, especially significant in the context of Israeli history and the establishment of a national identity post-1948. This word evokes strong feelings of unity and pride among Israelis.
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